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- Clean Energy Organizations join settlement paving the way for gigawatts of clean energy
Clean Energy Organizations join settlement on Xcel Energy’s Firm Dispatchable Resource Acquisition and Integrated Resource Plan which have long-term implications for the future of clean energy in Minnesota. - Advocacy Groups Applaud Approval of Big Stone-Big Oaks Transmission LineOn October 3, 2024, the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (PUC) approved the Certificate of Need and Route Permit for the eastern segment of the Big Stone-Big Oaks Transmission Line.
- Osprey Wilds deepens commitment to sustainability with new solar farm
Osprey Wilds installed a new solar farm to power their campus and surrounding neighborhood. Learn how this idea became a reality. - Modernization, proactive upgrades recommended to Xcel’s Integrated Distribution Plan
Fresh Energy’s recommendations for Xcel’s 2023 Integrated Distribution Plan include grid efficiency improvements, proactive upgrades and cost allocations, and to value solar more highly.
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The Midwest leads U.S. emissions, here’s why
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Incorporating Health and Equity Metrics into the Minnesota Power 2021 Integrated Resource Plan
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Monitoring Pollinators on Minnesota Solar Installations
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2021 Annual Report
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Petition of Northern States Power Company for Approval of General Time-of-Use Service Tariff
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Bringing Community Solar to a Broader Community
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Community Solar Pledge